#95B9D8 Hex Color
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#95b9d8 is a dusty, unsaturated blue with a distinctly cool temperature. Because of its muted chroma, this shade functions best as a supporting background color rather than a main focal point. It pairs surprisingly well with warm terracottas or deep charcoals to ground its softness. The hex code #95b9d8 provides high contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for readable UI designs.
Questions about #95b9d8
What is #95b9d8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #95b9d8 is rgb(149, 185, 216), in HSL hsl(208, 46%, 72%) and in CMYK 31%, 14%, 0%, 15%.
Why does #95b9d8 work well as a UI background color?
#95b9d8 is a muted, unsaturated blue that prevents visual fatigue while maintaining enough depth to act as a clear container. Its cool temperature provides excellent readability for black text, making it a reliable choice for functional interface design.
What colors pair effectively with #95b9d8?
This blue pairs beautifully with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or ochre to create a grounded, balanced palette. Alternatively, it works well alongside deep charcoal for a sophisticated, high-contrast look that keeps the design feeling calm.
Is #95b9d8 readable on white or black?
#95b9d8 has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.20:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.